How Millions of Tons of Lead Are Made From Raw Ore Inside Massive Factory

How Millions of Tons of Lead Are Made From Raw Ore Inside Massive Factory More than ten million tons of lead are produced worldwide every year. This metal is found in cars, X-ray shielding, ammunition, and military equipment. On one hand, lead provides essential protection. On the other, it is a toxic metal that can silently damage the human nervous system. To produce this metal, workers must drill and blast massive rock formations, crush the ore into fine powder, and put it through a series of processing and smelting stages at extremely high temperatures. So how does a dull gray mineral buried deep underground become a series of silvery-gray lead ingots? And why does such a toxic material still play an important role in the modern world? Join Mido Explained as we explore the fascinating process of lead production. 00:00 Introduction 00:59 Overview 02:07 Mining And Blasting 03:39 Ore Crushing 05:02 Lead Flotation 06:23 Lead Smelting 07:41 Refining Lead 08:52 Lead Sheet Production 10:04 Recycling Batteries 12:16 Surprising Uses Of Lead 13:16 Health And Safety Risks 14:51 Conclusion